1977 Vauxhall Chevette vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 22 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Lotus |
| Model | Chevette | Elise |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
